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    Who Do You Say That I Am?

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Aug 25, 2015
     | 5,858 views

    This message (not a complete manuscript) wrestles with the question that Jesus asked His disciples but also places it in the context of where it was asked?

    In the Movie Talladega Nights there is a supper scene, I have “edited” this a little bit. (Characters: Ricky, Carly, Cal, Walker, Texas Ranger, Chip the father-in-law) Show the video if you are brave, but maybe edit it. “Carly: Supper’s ready! C’mon ya’ll. ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Confirmation Number

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on May 5, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,246 views

    This is a "Confirmation Sunday" sermon

    The following (adapted)was actually written by a Talmudic Scholar and takes place between Billy Graham and an Angel. Talmudic meaning rabbinical discussions concerning Jewish law: (1) “Reservation Angel: This is the Heaven Inn Hotel. How can I help you today? Billy: Hello. This is Billy ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Honor God With

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Apr 25, 2012
    based on 7 ratings
     | 21,976 views

    This sermon is about honoring God with "everything you own"

    Chris Webb in The Fire of the Word tells “A friend… told me the story of an uncle who, on retirement, decided to read right through the Bible. Twelve months later having easily achieved his goal, he reasoned that with all his spare time he had on his hands, he might actually be able to ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Trying Out Another Sin Project

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Jan 15, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,202 views

    This sermon is about the affects of our sinfulness and disobediance to God!

    Trying Out Another Sin-Project 29-30"What do you have against me, running off to assert your 'independence'?" God's Decree. "I've wasted my time trying to train your children. They've paid no attention to me, ignored my discipline. And you've gotten rid of your God-messengers, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Transforming The Common

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Apr 22, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,630 views

    This is a sermon (used on Maundy Thursday) about how Jesus took common everyday elements and transformed them into powerful means of God

    ME – I can relate to the common items Jesus used: salt; light; darkness; coin; fruit; fish; bread and wine! A common everyday item, that Jesus would pull out and talk about and by transformation in a story it would have new meaning! (Here I had a table (seperate from Holy Communion which was ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    By What Authority?

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Mar 20, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,973 views

    This sermon is about claiming and living with the authority that God gives us in Jesus Christ!

    By What Authority? Serm0931 Rev. Scott A. Bradford Mat 21:23-32 3-20-11 Uvalde 2nd Lent Comedian George Carlin (of whom I am not a fan, and often think he is either vulgar or brash) once said “I have as much authority as the Pope, I just don’t have as many people who believe ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Prophecy: A Root Of Hope! Series

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Nov 30, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,850 views

    This sermon is about the prophecy about Jesus birth, coming from the root of Jesse, and that he brought hope to the Gentiles! So to we have a root of hope in Jesus in our time!

    (secondary text: Romans 15:9-12) When a member of my congregation, 18 year old Heidi was thrown from a car back in May, and suffered a head injury it was a real miracle that she recovered and was soon in rehab at Crystus Santa Rosa. She was learning to walk again through rehab and therapy and a ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Fellowship Of Believers

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Oct 29, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 11,039 views

    This is an All Saints Sunday sermon about The Fellowship of Believers

    (Project a Powerpoint Comparion of John 1 and 1 John) (1). John 1 1 John 1 “in the beginning” (v. 1) “from the beginning” (v. 1-2) “what we have seen” v. 14 “what we have looked at” v. 1 etheasametha(2) etheasametha(2) “the word” v. 1 “the word” v. 1 logos(3) ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    You Are Mine

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Oct 21, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 26,567 views

    A funeral sermon about the hope of belonging to God

    In the opening of a David Haas song called “You Are Mine” the lyrics state:(1) “I will come to you in the silence, I will lift you from all your fear, You will hear My voice, I claim you as My choice, Be still, and know I am near. - I am hope for all who are hopeless, I am eyes ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Would You Risk The Fiery Furnace?

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Aug 13, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,839 views

    This sermon is about being willing to risk the fiery furnace for the beliefs we hold in Jesus Christ!

    One of my favorite places to worship is in the Mountain, on a ski trip of course! (If you don't know me, I love snow skiing). Most Ski areas have a little spot marking a chapel. Though I have never actually worshipped at one of those spots, mostly because I am not usually skiing on Sunday's. Though ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    In And Through Jesus!

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Aug 13, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,024 views

    This sermon is about what God is doing IN and THROUGH Jesus!

    Paul addresses the Church in Corinth with this opening greeting despite what was happening in the church, and as a prelude to the teachings he will soon deal with. There were some things happening in Corinth that needed seriously addressed, but that is not where Paul begins. He could have begun ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Sitting On The Front Row Of A Miracle

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Aug 13, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,831 views

    This sermon isd about realizing you are in the front row witnessing a miracle, what God is doing right in front of you!

    Today’s text is a story about some of the miraculous healing of Jesus. Peter’s mother-in-law is laying sick with a high fever. Little to no medical care was available. And then Jesus begins healing, one after another, speaking only a word many were cured of illness of all sorts. Three ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    How Much Will You Risk In Worship?

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Aug 13, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,051 views

    This sermon is about overcoming the the self controlling, self containment of worship to let oneself fully experiance a closeness of worship with God!

    Michal, became embarrassed at King David’s dance. David responds “I’ll become even more undignified than this”. Michal is embarrassed by the manner in which her husband worshipped. Maybe we can ask ourselves: What Christian worship practices or styles of worship embarrass ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Over Our Head, Under Jesus' Foot

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Aug 13, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,762 views

    This sermon is about the storms of life and the raging waters that are over our head, always remain under the power of Jesus' foot! He is able to walk on the turbulent waters, and calm the raging storms!

    1. Storms come in deep waters! A Boy Scout Troop I know (Incidentally this is Scout Sunday)… every time they goes camping… it rains. Not only rains, but pours. One time, it was raining so hard they simply stayed in their tents as much as possible. They were camping near the banks of a ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Life Is Like A Game

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Aug 13, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,106 views

    This is a funeral sermon for a longtime and well respected Coach, who lived a great Christian witness!

    Because I do some football officiating, especially as Umpire, it puts me out there in the middle of the game! When I moved to Uvalde, I first recall meeting Coach King on the Football field. I was officiating and Coach King looked at me with a bewhildered look and asked, “Are you my new ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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